Airbnb Essentials: 110 Ideas for a Great Guest Experience

One of the most popular platforms to come out of the sharing economy boom – Airbnb – has now seen more than 400 million guests book accommodation on the site.

Being an Airbnb host isn’t just about providing a place to sleep – you have to take the full experience into account. As hosts are now competing with over 6 million listings, it’s more important than ever to stand out from the crowd.

So what’s the best way to do this? Our advice is to provide all the Airbnb essentials (which you’ll cover in your listing description) that will guarantee even the fussiest guests feel at home.

Airbnb Amenities to Ensure a Homely Stay

When listing your vacation rental on Airbnb, the platform makes it easy for each host to clearly state what it does and doesn’t have. Here’s our rundown of 110 of the most essential amenities. Use this Airbnb host checklist to help you to attract guests and maximize their enjoyment of your home!

The Basics: Airbnb Must-Haves

No matter whether your offering is a private room or a whole castle, all Airbnb hosts should aim to provide these fundamental items:

Cooking up a storm: Airbnb kitchen essentials

For many vacation rental guests, part of the appeal over traditional hotels is being able to cook hearty meals at the end of a long day visiting a new part of the world.

Help guests make their favorite recipes in their “home away from home” with:

Cooking basics like pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper, and other long-life, versatile herbs and spices such as basil, oregano, cilantro, paprika

Dishware and cutlery (enough for at least the maximum number of guests)

Stove

Fridge freezer

Oven/grill

Microwave

Kettle

Coffee maker

Teas and instant coffee

Sugar/sweetener

Sponges, scourers and dishwashing soap

Dishwasher

Garbage bags

Nice to have: additional kitchen supplies

Hand blender

Smoothie maker or juicer

Disinfectant

Bleach

Tupperware

Ice cube tray

The great outdoors: open-air amenities

Keep guests entertained in your Airbnb’s outdoor space when you have some of the below:

Durable outdoor furniture

Clean, working BBQ or grill

Gas or coal and firelighters

Tidy garden or backyard with mowed lawns

Neat balcony or patio

Potted plants

Outdoor blankets

Nice to have: outdoor extras

Patio swing

Hammock

Kids’ play area

Garden games

Hot tub or Jacuzzi

Access all areas: Airbnb amenities for disabled travelers

Increasingly, we see more and more accessible vacation rentals which are suitable for wheelchair users and travelers with other mobility issues. Ensure these guests consider your place for their vacation when you have some or all of the following:

Nice to have: baby, toddler and child amenities

Staying safe: essentials to avoid danger

Peace of mind, whether traveling alone or in a group, is an important part of vacationing. Make sure your guests feel safe and secure when your amenities include:

Fire extinguisher

Fire blanket

Carbon monoxide detector

Smoke detector

First aid kit

Window safety locks

Location highlights

When selecting amenities for your Airbnb listing, there is a section dedicated to your property’s location. Entice indecisive guests by ticking the box that applies to your vacation rental from the list below:

Beachfront

Lake access

Ski-in/Ski-out

Waterfront

Logistically speaking

There are some features of vacation rentals that guests really appreciate knowing beforehand as they can save them from inconveniences down the line.

Be sure to mention:

Luggage drop off restrictions: in the case of early arrivals or late departures, can guests leave their luggage somewhere safe?

Long-term stays (i.e. one month or more): if they are allowed

If any pets live on the property

If guests are required to carry out any cleaning tasks before departure

The special extras: Airbnb amenities which you can charge for!

Not all hosts will be able to offer these amenities, but those who can will really be able to maximize on the guest experience – not to mention be able to reflect these luxury extras in their prices!

Breakfast included

Private or shared community pool

Free parking on the premises

Electric vehicle charger

Gym facilities (either in the building or nearby)

Hot tub

Single level home (no stairs)

Beach essentials such as towels, parasol, cool box, picnic blanket

Weather essentials such as umbrellas, waterproof ponchos and wellington boots!

Our list of Airbnb essentials is only the beginning, depending on where your vacation rental is located, there might be a complete other collection of amenities your guests will need. What else do you think is important to highlight on your listing? Let us know in the comments!

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You’re right that this list is based on the checklists provided by Airbnb, plus we’ve added in more information and ideas.

Research shows that 67% of guests choose vacation rentals over hotels because they can do their own laundry, and another 81% say that a private pool is important!

As a private swimming pool or laundry facilities may not be possible for every Airbnb host, we think above all, it’s important to provide a clean and comfortable stay – so make sure that bedroom, living, kitchen and bathroom areas are as equipped and spotless as possible. Hope that helps!